Sudden left breast swelling and muscle aches

Hi everyone! 
 

I am 24 and about 4 weeks ago I started getting some pain in my left breast and then my left breast swelled rapidly in about 3/4 days. Since then I have been experiencing aches in my arm, shoulder blade and armpit. The main in my breast has got a little better but the swelling is still very clear - especially the outer side of my left breast and the pain in my arms/ shoulder continue. 
I have been on the mini pill for several years so I don't think it is related to my menstural cycle as something like this has never happened before.
I just can't help thinking the worst and my health anxiety is through the roof.

I went to the gp who agreed with the significant swelling abs referred me to the breast clinic. 


My appointment isn't for another 2 weeks and I am just so worried. It's all I can think about. 
I was just wondering if anyone else has experienced similar symptoms or could offer me some advice. 
 

thank you and sending everyone lots of love x

  • Hello Kitcat1233 and welcome to Cancer Chat.

    I'm sorry to hear that you've been feeling uncomfortable and that you're understandably worried about your health. On the upside, I'm glad that you took charge and asked to be seen by your GP.

    Waiting those weeks can be difficult, as many here would tell you, so try to keep your mind off things until you see the doctors again, if possible.

    Hopefully, others who have had similar experiences will come along shortly to offer advice. That being said, if you feel like asking some questions to our team of nurses prior to your appointment, they'd be happy to chat with you Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m on this freephone 0808 800 4040.

    Fingers crossed that in two weeks you'll have nothing to worry about. Once you know more, please come back to give us an update.

    All the best,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator